Firearms Disqualifications

Under M.G.L., Chapter. 140, s. 131 an individual is disqualified from carrying a firearm if the person: has been convicted (or adjudicated delinquent as a youthful offender) of a felony, a misdemeanor punishable by more than two years imprisonment, a violent crime, or a weapon or drug offense

has been confined to a hospital or institution for mental illness, unless he has an affidavit from a physician stating he is not disabled by such illness in a manner that prevents him from possessing a firearm

has been under treatment for or confinement for drug addiction or habitual drunkenness, unless deemed cured by a physician

is subject to an outstanding arrest warrant

is subject to a suspension or surrender order or a protection order issued pursuant to MGL. c.209A.

is a minor under the age of (18) eighteen

is an alien

is not found to be a suitable person by the licensing authority.

In addition to the above, Federal Law (CH. 44 Title 18 U.S.C. 922 & the Omnibus Appropriations Act of 1997) also adds the following disqualifiers:

you have been discharged from the armed forces under dishonorable conditions

you, having been a citizen of the United States, have renounced your citizenship

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